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LJ05 PGV

2005 Piaggio X8

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,010 mi
Last recorded25,010 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio X819,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 PGV
MakePiaggio
ModelX8
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 25,010 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 24,999 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Lower Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 20,780 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 20,728 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2016 17,426 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2015 1,267 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 10,707 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 10,358 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 10,007 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 9,612 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 8,283 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 8,283 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 6,691 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2009 6,691 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio X8?

Based on 11,009 MOT tests across 1,337 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
2,086
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 475
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 267
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 198
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
suspension bush has excessive free play 135
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LJ05 PGV is a 2005 Piaggio X8 in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio X8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 19,462 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio X8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ05 PGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio X8 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Piaggio X8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ05 PGV registered?

LJ05 PGV is a 2005 Piaggio X8, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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